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1959 Map of Ottine

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Ottine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The winding San Marcos River defines the heart of this landscape, carving deep oxbows through the terrain as it approaches its confluence with the Guadalupe River and Lake Gonzales. The settlement of Ottine serves as a local hub, flanked by specialized medical facilities like the Gonzales Warm Springs Rehabilitation Foundation and the Texas Elks Hospital. Significant acreage is dedicated to Palmetto State Park, preserving the distinct riverine environment and the slopes of Little Hill Gh.

Away from the riverbanks, the map reveals a network of rural communities and family landmarks, including Slayden, Princeville, and Smithville. Historical transit is evident in the Old Railroad Grade that cuts across the northern reaches, while numerous small burial grounds such as Ellis Cem, Randle Cem, and Hodge Cem provide essential data points for genealogical research into the region's established families and agrarian past.